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More experience means more respect.
Take Robert C. Byrd for example. He was one of the most well respected senators and he also had the most power (because of his seniority he got to be president protem and other positions)
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What are the advantages of the seniority system?
Its Good When It Comes Down to picking whos first...Seniority is very important in Congress. Under the seniority system, committee chairmanships and other influential positions are decided on the basis of how long a member has been in Congress. The seniority system was created to weaken the power of the Speaker of the House, which had become almost dictatorial. The system provides for an orderly hierarchy and ensures that committee chairmen are sufficiently experienced. Seniority also has its drawbacks: it limits the opportunities for talented young members of Congress to make their mark. Seniority also makes Congress less responsive to reform because power is concentrated in the hands of older, established members.
Does the seniority system in congress is an effective way to select leaders?
Do you think that the seniority system in congress in an effective way to select leaders and ssing committee members? why or why not
Both houses of Congress are organized according to what system?
seniority
What is committee membership based on in Congress?
Personal interests and seniority.
The seniority system in congress stablizes law Support or Refute?
Refute
What is the best example of seniority rule?
Seniority refers to a giving privileges to people who have held a particular position for a longer period of time than others. An example of the seniority rule would be in government and Congress.
Why was the seniority system created?
To combat the power of the Speaker of the House.
How are leaders selected in congress?
Committee leaders are selected by the parties. Leadership positions are given by seniority and the parties of the leaders usually reflect the party makeup of the house.
What does the seniority system do for congress?
Seniority is important in Congress because it provides a better chance for individuals to become heads of important committees. This in no way necessarily helps voters. In fact seats in Congress that don't turn over are generally seats where the incumbent takes too much for granted.
What are advantages of seniority in congress?
because the seniors know that how to rule the nation because of their experience.
What arguments have been made for and against the seniority system?
An argument against seniority system in Congress is it gives hope younger lawmakers who otherwise wait decades to become chairmen.
What arguments have been made for and against seniority system?
An argument against seniority system in Congress is it gives hope younger lawmakers who otherwise wait decades to become chairmen.
